In this election year, politicians attempt to define the national dialog and convince us to join their “side”. Their success hinges on knowing what to talk about and asking the right questions. Yet, when questions are posed, do we feel heard? Asking the right questions and listening well is how we learn and connect with … Read more
Recently A Table In Time purchased a share of a bison bought at January’s stock show. Specifically Slow Food Denver gathered investors ahead of the show and then, on our behalf, participated in “The National Gold Trophy Bison Carcass Auction”. We had requested a Heifer (versus the larger Bull). Costs ranged from $400-$700 per carcass, … Read more
Groundhog Day and me don’t get along. This holiday was just “observed” on Feb. 2nd. For the full 4th grade year, Lisa Figuro called me a “groundhog” almost everyday. It was my first experience with bullying. I’m done talking about it! Further, at A Table In Time, we like winter and many states benefit from … Read more
More than once, A Table In Time dinner guests have commented that they’re unsure how to pick engaging conversation topics for their gatherings. Although this list only scratches the surface, here’s “what we might talk about” in January! New beginnings– it’s not too late to make some adjustments to how you want to live your … Read more
Although the New Year has passed, there are still other noteworthy days and, therefore, reasons to celebrate and converse in 2016: specifically, nine Federal holidays, “Official” rest days in the United States. Please note that these “official” dates don’t include personal, religious or foreign holidays, tripling our hospitality opportunities this year! An “official” holiday offers … Read more
Big thanks for Sugar and Spice! To the many friends, business associates and partners who have supported my efforts. I also thank my husband for always “being game” to entertain and “test” out the framework found within A Table In Time: Host a Gathering that Feeds the Mind, Body and Soul. His willingness to support me … Read more
No need to fret! There’s always something we can learn about someone else, even from our long-term partners, best friends and family members. Here are some questions to begin conversation around the table this holiday season! What’s your favorite childhood memory around the holidays? Do you remember meeting Santa Clause for the first time? What … Read more
Grab your rolling pin! Have fun with your cookie cutters! This recipe is a classic (it’s been in my repertoire since 1997!) Yes, there’s lots of butter. The gingerbread dough freezes well, if time is short and you want to make a batch to save for baking over the weekend or on Christmas Eve. The … Read more
In some ways I think our dogs, Louis and Toulouse, enjoy Quinn gatherings more than we do and even perhaps more than our guests! They wander among everyone, sniffing and eying appetizers, thrilled to be underfoot. They sit inconveniently among us and sometimes attempt to climb onto the couch. They lie right in the middle … Read more
I was hungry for more in life, including joyful conversation! Full of tech-like sound bites, social events felt stale. My harried pace interfered with listening well. I struggled to get to know people. Can you relate? So, last January I “changed it up” and started hosting monthly gatherings, a dinner or lunch, to nurture community … Read more